Caldera Keg

[Hooch]

For those of you who own or have seen the Caldera Cone in action (I love mine!), here's the next generation of lightweight stoves from the folks at Trail Designs. Ladies and Gentlemen and those who aren't sure, I give to you the Caldera Keg. I know what you're thinking. Yep, ordered mine this morning. I know what else you're thinking, too. You're welcome.

[Marta]

Well, that is pretty cute! I don't know if I can stop using my faithful Ti kettle, though.

Let me know how it works out!

[Skidsteer]

Tin Man had one at Soruck. You didn't see it?

[take-a-knee]

The only thing that system is missing is a flameproof wick to wrap around that upper portion of the keg so you can pick up the pot bare-handed. Tinny at minibull sells one for the Heine pot. That new plastic container is what that system has needed all along.

[Marta]

Tin Man had one at Soruck. You didn't see it?

Nope. I guess I was too busy gabbing.

[Hooch]

Tin Man had one at Soruck. You didn't see it?

I musta missed it at SoRuck. Crap. Oh well, mine will be here by the end of the week. Going hiking the weekend of 12 September, so I'll get to use it then.

.......That new plastic container is what that system has needed all along.

Agreed. That's part of what sold me on it.

[Passionphish]

*Counts pennies* *Shakes Head*

Next month maybe... God I'm broke....

[take-a-knee]

*Counts pennies* *Shakes Head*

Next month maybe... God I'm broke....

Yeah, that looks to be about a $30 beer can. I think I'll just try a Grinch Stove for the Heine can I have.

[Hooch]

*Counts pennies* *Shakes Head*

Next month maybe... God I'm broke....

Don't diminish the value of saved change. After almost a year of saving my loose change, I had the money for a Speer SnugFit underquilt for my hammock. I tossed every extra penny, nickel, dime, etc in a jar for almost a year to get one of those babies. So if I can do it, anyone can.

[traildesigns]

The only thing that system is missing is a flameproof wick to wrap around that upper portion of the keg so you can pick up the pot bare-handed. Tinny at minibull sells one for the Heine pot. That new plastic container is what that system has needed all along.

Thanks for the comment on the "new plastic container". We call it the "Caldera Caddy".....we had it made from food grade plastic so it can double as a bowl and a mug.

As to the wicking.....we played around with that with our early prototypes. It's advantage is what you mention about grabbing it....but also to support the Keg on top of the cone. However, we abandoned that direction and just reformed all of the cans to have a "lip" half way down at the 2-cup level.....and included a cozy. The cozy will help you handle the hot can, and insulate it as well. The formed lip at the 2-cup level helps you measure the right amount of water, AND puts that amount inside the cone where it is needed.

Thanks for the interest!

Rand

[traildesigns]

.....oh....and I almost forgot.....the top has a silicone "lip guard"/wristband that can be used to protect you from the heat while lifting it.

Rand

[take-a-knee]

Thanks for the comment on the "new plastic container". We call it the "Caldera Caddy".....we had it made from food grade plastic so it can double as a bowl and a mug.

As to the wicking.....we played around with that with our early prototypes. It's advantage is what you mention about grabbing it....but also to support the Keg on top of the cone. However, we abandoned that direction and just reformed all of the cans to have a "lip" half way down at the 2-cup level.....and included a cozy. The cozy will help you handle the hot can, and insulate it as well. The formed lip at the 2-cup level helps you measure the right amount of water, AND puts that amount inside the cone where it is needed.

Thanks for the interest!

Rand

Looks like you guys thought of everything, it is kinda spendy but I may have to spring for it.

[Hooch]

Mine was waiting for me when I got home from work this evening. I'll play with it tomorrow and do a test burn, but I'll put it to the test next month during some MUCH needed trail time. This thing is sooper-dooper light, easy to pack and very compact to stash in your pack. Can't wait to use it!

[whitefoot_hp]

im not so sure that a 6 oz setup is the lightest 'available'

considering the strength/durability compromise that this stove has, and little if any weight savings, i dont see what the appeal is.

[Roots]

im not so sure that a 6 oz setup is the lightest 'available'

considering the strength/durability compromise that this stove has, and little if any weight savings, i dont see what the appeal is.

You've obviously never owned a Caldera.

[Slo-go'en]

im not so sure that a 6 oz setup is the lightest 'available'

considering the strength/durability compromise that this stove has, and little if any weight savings, i dont see what the appeal is.

Considering this is a complete, intergrated cooking system, pretty effiecent and reasonably compack, I think it would be hard to beat the 6 oz. I saw a prototype at Trail Days and was impressed. I am glad I can finally buy one now

[Tinker]

http://outdoors.webshots.com/photo/2...59664855bHjoVJ

No cone, but lighter.

[whitefoot_hp]

Considering this is a complete, intergrated cooking system, pretty effiecent and reasonably compack, I think it would be hard to beat the 6 oz. I saw a prototype at Trail Days and was impressed. I am glad I can finally buy one now

not saying it does not look like a good system. i just believe its self proclaimed exceptionality is a tad exaggerated.

[Roots]

not saying it does not look like a good system. i just believe its self proclaimed exceptionality is a tad exaggerated.

I appreciate your opinion but until you try a Caldera cone, you really do not know the efficiency of one.

[take-a-knee]

I appreciate your opinion but until you try a Caldera cone, you really do not know the efficiency of one.

A Caldera Cone isn't any more efficient than any other good alcohol stove....until the wind picks up. The Cone's only downside is packing it so it doesn't get damaged, that problem has been solved.